DeSean Jackson

It's taken Jackson a couple of weeks to get acclimated to the Raiders offense, but he showed that he can be a nice replacement option for Henry Ruggs as the deep threat. That role is something Derek Carr desperately needs and he's not afraid to air it out downfield. While Jackson certainly will not be a reliable play week in and week out, he's a fine FLEX play in deeper leagues that need a bit of a spark in their lineup. He can be picked up for 3-5% FAAB this week.

DeSean Jackson turns back the clock, hauls in deep touchdown

DeSean Jackson hauled in three of his four targets on Thursday, totalling 102 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Fantasy Impact

The touchdown came early in the game on a 56-yard deep toss from Jackson's QB Derek Carr. It's the first time the two have connected for a touchdown since his move to Las Vegas, although it's clear the Raiders want to attempt these throws more often. Jackson should continue to see plenty of high-value targets, but when he connects on those is impossible to predict. He remains a volatile WR5 moving forward.